As she thought, Bibi Dong gently shook her head. Her exquisite jawline lifted slightly, her posture still exuding a sense of languid elegance and nobility.
She acted as if she hadn't noticed Dai Chengfeng at all, once again gracefully swirling the scarlet wine in her glass. Then, she brought the rim of the glass to her lips, tilted her head slightly back, and let another small sip of the rich liquor slide down her throat.
The moonlight flowed over her swan-like neck, disappearing into the slightly open neckline of her robe.
Seeing this, Dai Chengfeng didn't say anything further. With a gentle smile on his lips, he naturally moved behind Bibi Dong.
He extended his hands, placing his warm palms lightly on her shoulders, which were still beautifully rounded even beneath the robe. His long, strong fingers began skillfully and gently massaging her slightly tense shoulder and neck muscles. The soul power he infused through his fingertips was just right, like a warm stream seeping in, bringing a soothing sense of relaxation.
"Mmm~"
Bibi Dong's hand holding the wine glass seemed to stiffen slightly for a moment. A flicker of comfort flashed in her eyes as she gave Dai Chengfeng an almost imperceptible glance.
But soon after, she ignored him completely.
Maintaining her previous posture, her long eyelashes drooped slightly as if she were focused on savoring the wine, enjoying the rare tranquility.
However, deep inside, she couldn't help but find it amusing.
"Heh, men…"
"Deep down, they are obsessed with conquering those who seem unattainable and inviolable in others' eyes, pulling them down from their lofty pedestals and transforming their revered dignity into something that only falls for them…"
"And I, as the supreme Pope of the Spirit Hall, hold the faith of countless followers. My status is at its peak, yet also cold and solitary."
"This identity makes him incredibly 'excited'… If that's the case…"
As Bibi Dong pondered, the cold amusement in her eyes deepened.
She elegantly shifted her body, like a lazy cat adjusting its sleeping position. Her silver-gray robe, already smooth as flowing water, slipped slightly when she moved. One of the ties seemed to loosen unconsciously, causing the already slightly open neckline to slide down further.
The moonlight spilled like liquid silver, unreservedly bathing the newly exposed inch of creamy white skin. The delicate texture shimmered with a warm yet cool luster under the clear light, extending downward from her graceful collarbone into deeper shadows, leaving behind an enticing curve that sparked endless imagination.
And with Bibi Dong's movements…
Sure enough, Dai Chengfeng's gaze grew even more intense.
His eyes followed the elegant lines of her neck and shoulders, falling on the smooth, tempting skin revealed by the slightly open robe.
His palms felt the coolness and elasticity of her skin, and the heat within him seemed to burn even hotter.
For a moment, the smile on Dai Chengfeng's lips deepened. His hands continued their steady massage, but his body subtly leaned closer.
The warm, masculine scent of alcohol and post-bath freshness brushed faintly against Bibi Dong's sensitive earlobe and the soft strands of purple hair framing her face.
"Teacher, the moonlight tonight is truly beautiful…"
Dai Chengfeng's voice was low, almost a whisper, carrying a hidden meaning.
The fingers holding the wine glass twitched ever so slightly.
But Bibi Dong still ignored his provocative words, simply turning her head more noticeably toward the window, presenting him with a perfectly cold and aloof profile.
Her silent posture conveyed an unmistakable sense of distance and warning—know when to stop.
However, Dai Chengfeng either failed to understand or deliberately overlooked this warning.
His deep eyes remained fixed on Bibi Dong's lips, glistening with a jade-like sheen under the moonlight.
One of his hands, which had been resting on her shoulder, slowly slid down. With scorching warmth, it glided past her shoulder blade and boldly wrapped around her slender yet powerful waist!
At the same time, as Bibi Dong's body instinctively tensed in response to this sudden movement…
Dai Chengfeng didn't hesitate for a second. He lowered his head and gently captured her soft red lips.
Time seemed to freeze in that moment.
Her lips, which had felt slightly cool under the night breeze, now transmitted an astonishing softness and suppleness upon contact.
Dai Chengfeng greedily savored the unique fragrance that belonged solely to her—a blend of rich wine and icy allure.
"Mmm…"
A suppressed, barely audible moan escaped from the depths of Bibi Dong's throat as their lips intertwined.
However, this seemingly permitted intimacy lasted only for a few breaths.
Just as Dai Chengfeng was fully immersed in the pleasure of conquest…
Bibi Dong suddenly furrowed her brows sharply, her eyes flashing with anger and fury!
Boom—!!!
An indescribable storm of terrifying soul power erupted violently within Bibi Dong!
Without seeing how she moved, Dai Chengfeng felt an overwhelming, mountain-crushing force slam brutally into his chest!
Bang—Crack!
A teeth-grinding thud accompanied by the clear sound of breaking bones sent Dai Chengfeng flying backward like a leaf caught in a violent gust of wind, utterly defenseless.
He crashed heavily onto the bed in the chamber. The impact was so strong that the mattress sank and then rebounded, shattering the porcelain ornaments on the bedside table into pieces.
Intense pain surged through Dai Chengfeng's entire body. He felt at least two ribs broken, his internal organs displaced, and his blood churning uncontrollably.
"Teacher…"
Dai Chengfeng struggled to lift his head, his face filled with astonishment, unable to comprehend why Bibi Dong had reacted this way…
Why had she suddenly become angry? And why had she struck him so hard?
Under the moonlight, Bibi Dong rose elegantly from the lounge chair, still holding her wine glass without spilling a single drop of the red liquid.
She slowly walked over to Dai Chengfeng, tilting her head slightly. Her deep purple eyes looked down at him lying on the bed, devoid of their previous laziness and gentleness, replaced by an icy authority and tangible killing intent, as cold as glaciers that had stood for millennia!
"Dai Chengfeng, what exactly do you think I, Bibi Dong, am?"
Bibi Dong's lips parted slightly, her voice as cold as ice, her eyes blazing with anger.
Dai Chengfeng looked at Bibi Dong in confusion.
"Cough…" He forced down the surging blood in his throat. "Teacher, what did I do wrong…?"
Dai Chengfeng was puzzled. He couldn't understand.
After all, the relationship between him and Bibi Dong—those secret moments, those nights, those silk-covered beds drenched in sweat…
Acts far more intimate and passionate than this kiss had occurred countless times before.
In the past, she had always accepted it with either languor, intoxication, or half-hearted resistance, sometimes even actively guiding him, revealing a side of herself completely different from her usual demeanor.
And just last night, Dai Chengfeng had buried himself deeply in her embrace, indulging in her sweetness.
But today?
Just a simple kiss… The atmosphere was ambiguous, and the timing seemed appropriate.
Yet, instead of reciprocating, Bibi Dong had "punished" him, and she seemed absolutely furious?
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